US Vice President Kamala Harris has warned that the election of Donald Trump as president could lead to Ukraine's surrender in the fight against Russia. She criticizes Trump's promises to end the war quickly, considering it a capitulation to the aggressor.
Russian forces have intensified systematic war crimes, including executions of Ukrainian prisoners and the use of chemical weapons. ISW reports an increase in such cases in recent years.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 2833 UAH/USD, devaluing it by 5 kopecks. The dollar and euro also rose in price in banks and exchange offices, with the interbank exchange rate at UAH 41.34-41.36 per dollar.
Drones attacked businesses in the Tambov, Voronezh and Tula regions of Russia. Due to the threat of a drone attack, the airport in Nizhny Novgorod was temporarily closed.
On the night of October 22, Russia attacked Ukraine with 60 drones, 42 of which were shot down. The attack resulted in deaths and injuries, including a child, in the Sumy region. Most of the attack drones were shot down in this region.
Over the last day, 134 combat engagements took place in the frontline, 46 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 2 missile and 82 air strikes, firing over 4000 times. The operation in the Kursk region continues.
Partly cloudy weather is expected in Ukraine on October 22, without precipitation. The temperature at night will be 0-5°, during the day 12-17° Celsius. Fog is possible in the western regions, wind of variable directions of 3-8 m/s.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released data on the occupiers' losses over the day. The enemy's total losses since the beginning of the war have amounted to 681,580 people, 9,079 tanks and 1,899 armored vehicles.
Enemy forces conducted 63 attacks on Sumy region, causing 132 explosions. The attacks included artillery strikes, bombs and drones, damaging buildings and infrastructure in 15 communities.
The United Kingdom allocates 2. 26 billion pounds to Ukraine to strengthen its defense. The funds will be used to purchase air defense systems, artillery, and other military equipment under the G7 program.
A study by the University of California has confirmed the link between depression symptoms and elevated body temperature. Scientists suggest that heating the body can have a positive effect on the mental state.
On the night of October 22, Sumy was attacked by Shahed drones. The attack struck a private residential sector, there were civilian casualties, the exact number of victims is being clarified.
Seoul may send intelligence officers and experts to Ukraine in response to the DPRK's support for russia. South Korea is also considering the possibility of supplying lethal weapons to Kyiv after providing humanitarian aid.
There were 107 combat engagements in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled numerous enemy attacks in various sectors, including Kupyansk, Lyman, Kramatorsk and others.
Andriy Sybiga met with Turkish President Erdogan. They discussed support for Ukraine, freedom of navigation in the Black Sea, and ways to a just peace.
President Zelenskyy said that partners need to be determined because of the DPRK's new role in supporting Russia. He emphasized that Putin is afraid of peace and is looking for ways to increase aggression by involving North Korea.
Viktor Rozovyi, a soldier with the 3rd Brigade, made the first shot in the Rukh vs. The comedian is undergoing rehabilitation after suffering a severe shrapnel wound to his head at the front.
The President of Ukraine announced preparations for a NSDC meeting on violations in the work of the MSEC. Zelenskyy announced a future systemic, personnel and procedural response to the identified problems.
The President of Ukraine announces a new $800 million financing package from the United States for the production of Ukrainian drones.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov met with Pentagon Chief Austin. They discussed the situation on the frontline, the implementation of the Victory Plan, and attracting American investment in Ukraine's defense industry.
The US Secretary of Defense urged to continue to resist Putin's aggression. Austin warned that if Ukraine falls, the whole of Europe will be under Putin's shadow.
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said that Ukraine's fight for freedom will determine the trajectory of global security. He also announced a new $400 million defense assistance package for Ukraine.
Last week, recruitment centers in Ukraine received 956 new applications. A total of 21,910 people have applied since the start of the work, of whom 5,415 are being considered as candidates for the Defense Forces.
The updated IMF memorandum contains no commitments to raise energy tariffs in Ukraine. The Ministry of Finance reports that various options are being considered to support the country's energy stability.
Most European countries have requirements for the use of winter tires and fines for non-compliance. The rules for Moldova, Poland, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia, the Baltic States, Germany, the Czech Republic and France are considered.
Three Russian servicemen have been notified of being suspected of unlawful detention and sexual violence against a civilian woman in the village of Yahidne. The occupants ill-treated the victim, accusing her of collaborating with the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
85 Indian citizens who were fraudulently forced to sign a contract with the russian army have returned home. About 20 more remain in the russian army, and the Indian Foreign Ministry continues to seek their return.
Andriy Sybiga met with Yasar Güler to discuss expanding defense cooperation and joint projects. The parties reviewed specific initiatives aimed at strengthening the defense industries of both countries.
IAEA inspectors continued their monitoring mission at a critical substation for the operation of Ukrainian NPPs. The mission will be conducted at all key nuclear power substations according to the agreed schedule.
The US has allocated a new $400 million defense aid package to Ukraine. Zelenskyy and Austin also discussed lifting restrictions on the use of long-range weapons and increasing arms production.
